USDA announced the immediate termination of a temporary authority that had allowed certain non-U.S. citizens to apply for ...

USDA loans are guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, so they don't require a down payment or private mortgage insurance. That makes them a great option for first-time homebuyers ...

You'll also pay closing costs. Buyers can choose from two types of USDA loans: direct loans and guaranteed loans. The USDA funds direct loans, which are reserved for borrowers with income at or ...

Montana farmers in Gallatin County can now apply for USDA emergency loans after a severe drought. Learn who's eligible, how ...

Unlike a conventional mortgage, a government-backed mortgage is guaranteed or insured by a government agency. There are three main types of government-backed loans: VA, USDA, and FHA. In many ways ...

USDA rural home loans (often called USDA Rural Development loans) remain fully available in 2025 for Maryland homebuyers. These mortgages offer 100% financing (no down payment) with competitive ...

Legislation to expand federal loan limits for ag producers has been reintroduced in both the U.S. House and Senate. Minnesota ...